sugasog
sugásog with stress marks
to explore
Usage Note
Sugasog is a native Tagalog verb meaning to explore or venture into unfamiliar territory. It is used both literally — exploring nature or new places — and figuratively, such as when exploring ideas or possibilities in conversation or research.
Examples
" Gusto kong sugasog ang kweba. "
Natural Translation
I want to explore the cave.
Literal Translation
Want I to explore the cave.
" Gusto niyang sugasog ang buong mundo. "
Natural Translation
He/she wants to explore the whole world.
Literal Translation
Wants he/she to explore the whole world.
" Bago magpasya ang mga mananaliksik, sinugasog muna nila ang bawat sulok ng isla upang maunawaan ang likas na yaman nito. "
Natural Translation
Before the researchers decided, they first explored every corner of the island to understand its natural resources.
Literal Translation
Before decide the researchers, explored first they the every corner of the island so-that understand the natural wealth of-it.
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